Monday, August 27, 2012

They were the best of buddies and still are. Rebekah is the goof the silly one, Madison is the more serious straight forward one.... when you mix the 2 together, they make a fantastic pair :)

Wesley & Ruth Ella

Yesterday, out at the farm.

These 2 are much like Madison and Rebekah, the difference being Wesley is the goof the silly one, and Ruth Ella is more serious and straight forward one. In the same way you put the pair together and WOW, there isn't a dull moment.

I'm ever so thankful for sibling bonds....arguments and kind words it all makes for stronger relationships.

Embrace those around you, create bonds, make memories, seek to be Christ hands and feet. Life is so short isn't it wonderful to share the good times and bad with those you love...and in the mix of things it seems they always know how to bring a smile to your face or make you laugh :)

whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. James 4:14

Sunday, August 26, 2012

OK, I know not really a "farm animal" but one day he will live there :)

Meet Gaither.....(named after The Gaither Vocal Band)

He is a 7 week old Border Collie, and we're ALL smitten with him! You know that didn't take long ;)

Look, what's not to love???

He did so well with the van ride, bath, and overall clean up! Good thing cause in our line of work that's just daily life. Someone ask us if we would be leaving him at the farm...NO WAY! He's just a pup, and he needs us. So, he'll be loved and pampered and get to go play in doggie daycare each day. He will also get outings to the farm to learn about farm life as well. Speaking of farm life, we took Gaither to see the farm this evening, and he loved it!

He ran, played, and hid.....

Then he slept.......

Not only did Gaither sleep, but so did his little friend:)

Yes, indeed I believe he will fit right in with our family!

You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.Psalm 16:11

Friday, August 24, 2012

July 27, Arthur and I celebrated our anniversary! (And for those who questioned if our 'Big' news is that I'm pregnant, well that's not the news!)

The day started out with a bouquet of mixed flowers~I can almost smell them now :)

And then a very sweet surprise came from a precious couple who have become like family to us. They gave us a fruit basket and an anniversary card~

So, where did we go, and what's the 'Big' news???

We took a weekend trip in the RV, about 20 miles from home....

Our destination was "OUR FARM"Yep, we bought a farm! We are all so excited, and enjoying our new journey!!!!!

The next morning started off with breakfast... lots of ~COFFEE~and an early morning walk around the farm.

We sat and swang on the porch of the little yellow house, where we had some quiet time. We prayed and ask the Lord to show us just what He would have us to do with this land. Because let me tell you we have lots of plans for the land, but they are our plans. We're also very aware that if those plans don't align with the Lord's will...Wow, we'll be in a mess. So, during our weekend we sought the Lord's will, His leading and direction. We have been given the answers to some things but still waiting on others. All in His time!

Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.”James 4:15

We were able to sit back relax and enjoy the surroundings....

There's so much beauty there to take in....

And silence other than the animal sounds, was so refreshing.

That evening Arthur grilled some steaks for our anniversary dinner....

And what's a dinner without dessert...Turtle Cake, Yum~

Then it was time for a evening ride in the fields.....(the buildings behind Arthur aren't on our farm)

We watched as the sun dropped back behind the hill....

And night was being ushered in....

We marveled at our Creator, and His abundant blessings for which we are unworthy.

Once night arrived the moon hung above the little yellow house giving it a cozy glow. There was a warm gentle breeze that brought in the smell of hay, and all around you could here a serenade of tiny critters. This was a night we will never forget!

A little background:We had been looking for land for over a year, and we heard about this farm from our pastor.We purchased the farm on May 1, and it's been a family project since then. This farm at one time was part of a large dairy farm. The large farm was then sold off in smaller farms. The farm we purchased has the dairy barn and yellow house, both have been vacant for quite some time. There has been lots to clean out with still more to go. In recent weeks we have purchased a tractor and bush hog, gotten electricity, and running water...we're making progress. Slow and steady :)

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My name is Laura, I'm wife to Arthur, I have 12 kiddos who call me Mama, we own small business, and most importantly I'm a born again Christain....the list could go on :) In life I have found that we are ALL walking a journey, and like any journey none are the same. This blog is my home on the web where I can share my journey past and present. Life is so full and never dull, I'm seeking to soak in each moment of the day....as the journey of life is a gift from the Lord.